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‘Our Northampton neighbourhood is being overrun by HMOs', say concerned residents
Concerns continue to be raised about a growing trend of houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) being expanded and intensified across two neighbourhoods in Northampton.
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Here's how many members’ enquiries your councillor has put in on your behalf since being elected to West Northants Council in May 2025
Here's how many member’s enquiries your councillor has put in on your behalf since being elected to West Northants Council in May 2025.
'I can’t catch a break: My car was broken into in a high-crime Northampton neighbourhood – and the police and local shop won’t help me'
A Northampton man says he was left frustrated after his car was broken into in a high-crime area of the town – and he was unable to access nearby CCTV footage from a local shop that could identify the culprit.
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CCTV image released after man seen shouting and swearing at staff in Northampton pub
A CCTV image has been released by police after a man was seen shouting and swearing at staff in a Northampton pub.
Here’s when a controversial shisha in busy Northampton street must be demolished, according to West Northants Council
A controversial shisha bar in Northampton town centre will now officially have to be demolished with the council issuing a date for completion.
Blue Ford Fiesta crashes into lamp-post off busy Northampton roundabout, police confirm
Police have revealed more details after a blue Ford Fiesta, which crashed into lamp-post off a busy Northampton roundabout.
Northampton woman jailed for dangerous driving that caused the death of beloved grandmother who had 'heart of gold'
A 59-year-old Northampton woman has been jailed for dangerous driving, which caused the death of a beloved grandmother who had a “heart of gold”.
Three gyms in Northampton to shut for two days for replacement equipment to be installed as new operator takes over
Three gyms in Northampton will shut for two days to allow replacement equipment to be installed and centres to be cleaned, as a new operator takes over.
Interim deputy chief executive at West Northamptonshire Council set to retire after 44 years in local government
The interim deputy chief executive at West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) has announced his retirement, after 44 years in local government.
April showers on the way: Brits are rushing to buy this “storm-proof” umbrella – now 43% off (aff)
After months of wild weather and April showers still looming, shoppers are snapping up a heavily discounted windproof umbrella that promises not to flip inside out in strong gusts.
Police appealing for witnesses after incident of indecent exposure in Northampton
Police are appealing for witnesses after an incident of indecent exposure in Northampton.
CCTV image released after man stole items from Iceland in Northampton and hit staff member
A CCTV image has been released by police after a man stole items from an Iceland supermarket in Northampton and hit a member of staff.
‘Best butcher shop in Northampton’ announces it is closing its doors for good after incredible 88 years of trade
The 'best butcher shop in Northampton' has announced it is closing its doors for good after incredible 88 years of trade.
Major plans unveiled to build 30 new homes as extension to quiet village in Northamptonshire
An estate of 30 new build homes would help with a ‘critical need’ in West Northants, according to developers.
Popular Northampton tearoom announces closure after 10 years of serving 'loyal and wonderful' customers
A popular tearoom in Northampton is set to close after 10 years of serving “loyal and wonderful” customers.
Two Northampton colleges open merger talks to expand courses, skills training and employer links
Two of Northampton’s largest colleges have revealed they are exploring plans to merge.
‘Without them I wouldn’t be here’ - Northamptonshire cardiac arrest survivor backs Air Ambulance appeal
A retired Northamptonshire librarian whose life was saved by The Air Ambulance Service has urged others to give them support.
Police to use live facial recognition in four Northamptonshire town centres over the next two months
Police will use live facial recognition (LFR) technology in four Northamptonshire town centres on a number of occasions over the next two months.
Plans approved to turn shuttered-up former vets building into betting shop in Northampton
Plans to convert a shuttered-up unit in Northampton, which was most recently used as a vets, into a new betting shop have been approved by the council.
Have your say on latest planning applications in Northampton including listed building consent
Two planning applications have been published by West Northamptonshire Council, giving residents the chance to review and comment.